Free admission to Ferry Meadows Country Park
Car park charges are in operation throughout the park. Charges apply to all vehicles, all day, every day. The car park is monitored by Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR). The system is managed by Park with Ease. Maximum parking charge per day is £5. For further details please visit http://www.neneparktrust.org.uk/ferry-meadows/parking-charges
Some activities and events incur a separate charge
Pay and Play HireBoat and cycle hire is available at Nene Outdoors throughout the school holidays and term time. Will you try something new or do you have a favourite boat to enjoy the lake?
Suitable for: all ages - age restrictions of 8yrs+ apply for children in a boat on their own and other restrictions may…
Your Community GreenspaceThe project formally launches on Saturday 28 May.
Pop along to the Lynch lake Community Hub to find about more about the project and our plans over the next five years, and you can share your views and ideas on what greenspace means to you. There will also be free activities for children and a…
Holiday Trail at Nene ParkComplete a trail around Ferry Meadows and claim a prize at the end!
Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize.
Available every day during the school holidays from 10am - 4:00pm.…
Meeting Magical Mammals and marvellous MinibeastsJoin a ranger for a short walk discovering the small mammals that live in Nene Park.
Pond Dipping (Drop In Session) at Nene ParkCome along to our drop in session and spend some time pond dipping and identifying the fascinating creatures you find. There may be a wait on the day due to the number of people attending. 
Social Walking Group @ Nene ParkJoin our regular social walking group to keep fit, explore new areas of Nene Park and make new friends. Walks are led by a member of the Nene Park Team and are approximately 5 km (3 miles) in distance. Each month we will explore a different area of Nene Park.Guided walk with a Ranger @ Nene ParkJoin one of our Rangers; Ian for a 6 mile walk around Ferry Meadows and the surrounding area. Ian will highlight various points of interest along the way and you can ask any questions about the park and it's history. Gain confidence walking in the rural estate and find new routes you may not have…
Nature Tots @ Nene ParkWe are pleased to welcome back our Nature Tots although we have a few changes to meet current covid secure processes.
The whole session will take place outside, so please dress for the weather.
We will still have two sessions a month on the 2nd and 4th Monday, with the second session a month…
Wild Home Educator Sessions @ Nene ParkWe are pleased to welcome back our home educators group although we have a few changes to meet current covid secure processes Here at Ferry Meadows we will be running outdoor learning sessions every month for home schooled children. Each session will have curriculum and nature focused activities,…
The Mask Theatre, Peterborough. Romeo & JulietThis July, join Peterborough Mask Theatre in the beautiful setting of Nene Park and watch them tell the classic tale of star-crossed lovers as only they can.Accessible by Public Transport: NVR Ferry Meadows station is 0 miles away.
Self-assessed Accessibility Information 2020* Ferry Meadows County Park is open all year around.
Some activities are seasonal - for details see our website or contact Nene Park Trust.
Car parks are open from 10am – 4pm. Times vary throughout the year so please see our website and on-site notices.
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